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EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 Review | 118 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£360
  • VRAM: 8 GB
  • Memory bus width: 256 bit
  • Thermal Design Power (TDP): 215 W

EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 review. Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among graphics cards and if it is worth buying.

6.0

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the graphics card's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best graphics cards on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

5.6

Technical Score

10.0%

9.4

User score

Good
5.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

5.1

Performance

24.0%

4.8

Memory

12.0%

4.8

Power & Cooling

11.0%

8.2

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.6

Design

4.0%

8.5

Connectivity & Media

Good
9.4

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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  • 3.5
    Gaming

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.4

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    4.7

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 4.9
    Video editing

    Score components:

    35.0%

    7.0

    AV1 encode

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    2.4

    Floating-point performance

    15.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.2
    1080p

    Score components:

    55.0%

    2.4

    Floating-point performance

    25.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    10.0%

    4.7

    Ray tracing cores / units

    10.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.1
    1440p

    Score components:

    50.0%

    2.4

    Floating-point performance

    30.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    15.0%

    4.7

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

  • 3.2
    4K

    Score components:

    40.0%

    2.4

    Floating-point performance

    35.0%

    2.8

    VRAM

    20.0%

    4.7

    Ray tracing cores / units

    5.0%

    7.6

    PCI Express (PCIe) version

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Verdict

The EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 is built on NVIDIA's Turing architecture and features 2,944 CUDA cores, 8GB of GDDR6 memory on a 256-bit bus, and a boost clock speed reaching up to 1710 MHz. Key characteristics include dedicated RT cores for real-time ray tracing, Tensor cores for AI-enhanced DLSS rendering, and a robust dual-slot cooling system supported by dual HDB fans. Its main pros are excellent 1440p gaming performance, reliable thermal management that often keeps temperatures below 70°C, and advanced overclocking potential via EVGA's Precision X1 software. However, some users note cons such as its bulky physical dimensions that may require significant case space, potential for loud fan noise under heavy loads, and a high initial price point relative to its performance gains over previous-generation flagships.

Technical Specifications of EVGA GeForce RTX 2080

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the graphics card's technical performance, covering key areas such as gaming and rendering performance, ray tracing, memory configuration, power efficiency, cooling, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare graphics cards based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

44.0%

5.1

Performance

24.0%

4.8

Memory

12.0%

4.8

Power & Cooling

11.0%

8.2

Platform & Features

5.0%

8.6

Design

4.0%

8.5

Connectivity & Media

5.6
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a technical score of 5.63 points, which is lower than that of 67.9% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.

When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.

Score components:

70.0%

9.2

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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9.4
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a user score of 9.43 points, which is higher than that of 90.6% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 77.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the graphics card's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a graphics card that offers a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.0

Overall score

40.0%

8.6

Price

6.8
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.8 points, which is higher than 48% of products in this category.
3DMark Time Spy benchmark score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Time Spy, a synthetic DirectX 12 test often used as a quick gaming-performance reference.
When it matters: When you need a fast rough performance sort before digging into game-specific reviews and frame-rate data.

Importance: LOW

10,030 points
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 10030 points in 3DMark Time Spy, which is lower than 58.6% of graphics cards.
3DMark Port Royal score
What it is: Benchmark result from 3DMark Port Royal, a synthetic test focused on ray tracing performance.
When it matters: When ray tracing matters in the games you actually play and you want one quick way to separate stronger and weaker RT cards.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (G3D) result
What it is: Overall GPU performance score in PassMark G3D benchmark
When it matters: When you need one broad score to sort cards into rough performance tiers.

Importance: LOW

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PassMark (DirectCompute) result
What it is: PassMark score for DirectCompute performance tests
When it matters: When compute workloads matter alongside gaming performance.

Importance: LOW

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Floating-point performance
What it is: Theoretical floating-point compute performance of the GPU.
When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

Importance: LOW

10.07 TFLOPS
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 delivers 10.07 TFLOPS floating-point performance, which is lower than that of 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to that of 0.2% of graphics cards.
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VRAM
What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

Importance: HIGH

8 GB
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has 8 GB of VRAM, which is less than 57.6% of graphics cards and equal to 25.1% of graphics cards.
Memory type
What it is: Type of graphics memory used (GDDR6, HBM2e, etc.)
When it matters: When memory technology is part of the buying decision because it affects bandwidth class, power use, and product positioning.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6
GDDR version
What it is: Generation of GDDR memory used by the graphics card.
When it matters: When you want to separate older memory generations from newer ones before comparing bandwidth, power behavior, and market tier.

Importance: LOW

GDDR6
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 uses GDDR6 memory, which is newer than on 16.6% of graphics cards and equal to 39.1% of graphics cards.
Memory bus width
What it is: Width of the memory interface bus in bits
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance at higher resolutions, heavier texture settings, or ray-traced workloads that stress memory traffic.

Importance: HIGH

256 bit
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 uses a 256 bit memory bus, which is wider than that of 49.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 36.1% of graphics cards.
Maximum memory bandwidth
What it is: Maximum data transfer rate between GPU and its memory
When it matters: When 4K gaming, ray tracing, or creator work can choke a slower memory subsystem.

Importance: HIGH

448 GB/s
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 reaches 448 GB/s memory bandwidth, which is higher than that of 41% of graphics cards and equal to that of 11.1% of graphics cards.
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PCI Express (PCIe) version
What it is: Version of PCI Express interface supported
When it matters: When you are pairing the card with an older motherboard and want to avoid leaving bandwidth or future compatibility on the table.

Importance: LOW

3.0
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports PCIe 3.0, which is older than on 77.6% of graphics cards and equal to 20.3% of graphics cards.
PCIe lanes
What it is: Number of PCI Express lanes used for communication
When it matters: When limited lane width could bottleneck the card in some systems.

Importance: LOW

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DirectX version
What it is: Highest supported DirectX API version
When it matters: When you play newer Windows games that depend on the latest graphics features.

Importance: LOW

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Vulkan version
What it is: Highest supported Vulkan API version
When it matters: When modern games, emulators, or creative apps lean on Vulkan support.

Importance: LOW

1.4
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports Vulkan 1.4, which is more advanced than on 26.6% of graphics cards and equal to 73.4% of graphics cards.
OpenGL version
What it is: Highest supported OpenGL API version
When it matters: When older games or pro apps still depend on OpenGL compatibility.

Importance: LOW

4.6
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports OpenGL 4.6, which is more advanced than on 4.8% of graphics cards and equal to 95.2% of graphics cards.
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Max displays supported
What it is: Total number of external displays supported simultaneously
When it matters: When you run a multi-monitor desk for sim racing, trading, or editing.

Importance: LOW

4
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports up to 4 displays, which is more than 7.8% of graphics cards and equal to 89.2% of graphics cards.
Max digital resolution
What it is: Maximum supported digital display resolution
When it matters: When you plan to drive 4K or 8K panels at their native resolution.

Importance: LOW

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DisplayPort outputs
What it is: Number of DisplayPort video outputs
When it matters: When your setup needs several high-refresh monitors without adapters.

Importance: LOW

3
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 offers 3 DisplayPort outputs, which is more than 20.9% of graphics cards and equal to 77.3% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort version
What it is: Version of DisplayPort standard supported
When it matters: When your monitor setup depends on newer DisplayPort features for higher refresh rates, higher resolution, or better cable flexibility.

Importance: LOW

1.4
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports DisplayPort 1.4, which is older than on 77.3% of graphics cards and equal to 16.2% of graphics cards.
DisplayPort link rates
What it is: Supported data link rates for DisplayPort connections
When it matters: When you are pushing high resolution and refresh rate over DisplayPort.

Importance: LOW

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Thermal Design Power (TDP)
What it is: Typical power consumption under full load (TDP)
When it matters: When you need a realistic idea of power draw before choosing a PSU or case.

Importance: MEDIUM

215 W
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a TDP of 215 W, which is lower than that of 49.9% of graphics cards and equal to that of 1.2% of graphics cards.
Power consumption while under peak load
What it is: Peak power draw of the graphics card under maximum load.
When it matters: When transient-heavy gaming loads could stress your power supply.

Importance: LOW

215 W
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 draws 215 W under peak load, which is lower than 50.7% of graphics cards and equal to 1.1% of graphics cards.
Recommended PSU wattage
What it is: Recommended wattage of the system power supply
When it matters: When you are checking whether your current power supply is enough.

Importance: LOW

650 W
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 recommends a 650 W PSU, which is lower than that of 41.5% of graphics cards and equal to that of 14.2% of graphics cards.
Board power limit
What it is: Maximum configurable power limit for the GPU board
When it matters: When you care about how far the card can be pushed through tuning or factory power settings.

Importance: LOW

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PCIe power spec
What it is: PCIe power delivery specification followed
When it matters: When you are checking whether the slot and external cables match the card's intended power-delivery standard.

Importance: LOW

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Size
What it is: Physical size of the GPU card
When it matters: When you need the card to fit a compact case without blocking nearby hardware.

Importance: LOW

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Length
What it is: Physical length of the GPU card
When it matters: When front radiators or drive cages leave only limited GPU clearance.

Importance: LOW

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Height
What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

Importance: LOW

111.15 mm
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 is 111.15 mm tall, which is shorter than 88.1% of graphics cards and equal in height to 1.4% of graphics cards.
Slot width
What it is: Number of PCIe slots occupied by the card
When it matters: When you need room for another PCIe card or better airflow under the GPU.

Importance: LOW

2 slot/s
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 occupies 2 slot/s, which is slimmer than 49.2% of graphics cards and equal in width to 47.3% of graphics cards.
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the graphics card
When it matters: When sag, bracket support, or shipping stress matters in your build.

Importance: LOW

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EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 vs the average graphics card

  • 176 more AI cores
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has more AI cores than the average graphics card (368 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
    What it is: Number of tensor or AI processing cores
    When it matters: When AI features, frame generation, or creator tools use dedicated matrix hardware.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has more AI cores than the average graphics card (368 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.368 vs 192
  • 15.85 mm lower card height
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.
    What it is: Physical height of the GPU card
    When it matters: When side panels, brackets, or tight case layouts reduce vertical clearance.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.111.15 mm vs 127 mm
  • 5 °C higher thermal ceiling
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (88 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.
    What it is: Maximum safe junction temperature of the GPU die
    When it matters: When you are evaluating thermal headroom and want to know how close the GPU can run to its official ceiling before throttling behavior becomes a concern.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (88 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.88 °C vs 93 °C
  • 17.9% higher user score
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.43 vs 8.000).
    What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the graphics card.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how a graphics card performs in real use and how reliable it is in terms of performance, temperatures, noise, stability, and long-term ownership.
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher user score than the average graphics card (9.43 vs 8.000).9.43 vs 8
  • 4.34x more popular
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 is more popular than the average graphics card (10.00 vs 2.303).
    What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the graphics card.
    When it matters: When you prefer a graphics card that has already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 is more popular than the average graphics card (10.00 vs 2.303).10 vs 2.3
  • 6 more compute units
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has more compute units than the average graphics card (46 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
    What it is: Total number of shader multiprocessors or compute units
    When it matters: When you want a better sense of the GPU's overall parallel hardware resources before relying on game benchmarks alone.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has more compute units than the average graphics card (46 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.46 vs 40
  • Supports NVLink
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
    What it is: Supports NVIDIA NVLink or bridge connection for multi-GPU setups
    When it matters: When a professional or niche multi-GPU workflow needs a bridge connection.

    Importance: LOW

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
  • 176 more AI cores
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has more AI cores than the average graphics card (368 vs 192). The average graphics card has 192 AI cores.
  • 6 more compute units
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has more compute units than the average graphics card (46 vs 40). The average graphics card has 40 compute units.
  • Supports NVLink
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports NVLink, the average graphics card does not.
  • 5 °C higher thermal ceiling
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher thermal ceiling than the average graphics card (88 °C vs 93 °C). The average graphics card has a thermal ceiling of 93 °C.
  • 15.85 mm lower card height
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 is shorter than the average graphics card (111.2 mm vs 127 mm). The average graphics card has a height of 127 mm.

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  • 31.6% lower boost clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,710 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
  • 21.1% lower base clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,515 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
  • 33.8% lower pixel rate
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (109.4 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
  • 55.9% lower FP32 performance
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (10.1 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
  • 16.5% lower texture rate
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower texture rate than the average graphics card (314.6 GTexel/s vs 376.8 GTexel/s). The average graphics card has a texture rate of 376.8 GTexel/s.
  • 2 fewer ray tracing cores
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer ray tracing cores than the average graphics card (46 vs 48). The average graphics card has 48 ray tracing cores.
  • 56.4% lower compute throughput
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower compute throughput than the average graphics card (10.1 TFLOPS vs 23.105 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has compute throughput of 23.105 TFLOPS.
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
  • 87.5% smaller L2 cache
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer L2 cache than the average graphics card (4 MB vs 32 MB). The average graphics card has 32 MB L2 cache.
  • 50% smaller L1 cache
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer L1 cache than the average graphics card (64 vs 128). The average graphics card has 128 L1 cache.
  • 2.4x larger process node
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
  • Older PCIe version
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports an older PCIe version than the average graphics card (3 vs 4.0).
  • 5 older
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 was released earlier than the average graphics card (2,018 vs 2,023).
  • 79.1% larger GPU die
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher GPU die size than the average graphics card (545 mm² vs 304.25 mm²). The average graphics card has a GPU die size of 304.25 mm².
  • No AV1 encoding
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 does not support AV1 encoding, the average graphics card does.
  • No AV1 decoding
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 does not support AV1 decoding, the average graphics card does.
  • Older DisplayPort version
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports an older DisplayPort version than the average graphics card (1.4 vs 1.4a).
  • Older HDMI version
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports an older HDMI version than the average graphics card (2.0b vs 2.1).
  • Older HDCP version
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 supports an older HDCP version than the average graphics card (2.2 vs 2.3).
  • 1 fewer fans
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
  • 54.5% higher idle power draw
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher idle power draw than the average graphics card (17 W vs 11 W). The average graphics card has an idle power draw of 11 W.
  • 31.6% lower boost clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,710 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.
    What it is: Maximum boost frequency the GPU can reach under load
    When it matters: When you want a rough idea of peak advertised frequency, while knowing real sustained clocks still depend on cooling and power limits.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower boost GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,710 MHz vs 2,500 MHz). The average graphics card has a boost GPU clock of 2,500 MHz.1710 MHz vs 2500 MHz
  • 2.4x larger process node
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.
    What it is: Size of the manufacturing process in nanometers
    When it matters: When process node differences may affect power, heat, and overall efficiency.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a higher process node than the average graphics card (12 nm vs 5 nm). The average graphics card uses a process node of 5 nm.12 nm vs 5 nm
  • 1 fewer fans
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).
    What it is: Total number of cooling fans
    When it matters: When you compare cooler designs and want one more clue about thermal potential.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer fans than the average graphics card (2 vs 3).2 vs 3
  • 4 GB less VRAM
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.
    What it is: Total video memory available on the graphics card
    When it matters: When you play at high settings, use texture mods, or work with large creative projects.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has fewer VRAM than the average graphics card (8 GB vs 12 GB). The average graphics card has 12 GB VRAM.8 GB vs 12 GB
  • 21.1% lower base clock speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,515 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.
    What it is: Base operating frequency of the GPU core under standard conditions
    When it matters: When you want to understand the card's guaranteed starting frequency instead of looking only at optimistic boost figures.

    Importance: HIGH

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower base GPU clock than the average graphics card (1,515 MHz vs 1,920 MHz). The average graphics card has a base GPU clock of 1,920 MHz.1515 MHz vs 1920 MHz
  • 26.3% slower memory speed
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.
    What it is: Effective memory data rate combining clock and bus width
    When it matters: When you compare how quickly each card can push data through its memory subsystem.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower effective memory speed than the average graphics card (14,000 MHz vs 19,000 MHz). The average graphics card reaches an effective memory speed of 19,000 MHz.14000 MHz vs 19000 MHz
  • 33.8% lower pixel rate
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (109.4 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.
    What it is: Number of pixels the GPU can render per second
    When it matters: When you play at high resolutions or care about older raster-heavy games.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower pixel rate than the average graphics card (109.4 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s). The average graphics card has a pixel rate of 165.2 GPixel/s.109.4 GPixel/s vs 165.2 GPixel/s
  • 55.9% lower FP32 performance
    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (10.1 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.
    What it is: Single-precision floating-point performance in TFLOPs
    When it matters: When rendering, AI, or heavy compute work needs strong single-precision throughput.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 has a lower FP32 performance than the average graphics card (10.1 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS). The average graphics card has FP32 performance of 22.86 TFLOPS.10.07 TFLOPS vs 22.86 TFLOPS
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(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about EVGA GeForce RTX 2080?

  • High frame rates and excellent performance in modern games at 1440p and 4K resolutions.
  • Effective and quiet cooling system that remains silent at moderate loads.
  • First-generation ray tracing and DLSS capabilities for improved visual fidelity.
  • Solid build quality with a robust heatsink and customizable RGB lighting.
  • Great software support through EVGA Precision X1 for overclocking and monitoring.
  • Reliable long-term performance, remaining a viable option for high-refresh 1080p or solid 1440p gaming years after launch.

What customers dislike about EVGA GeForce RTX 2080?

  • High initial launch price and relatively low performance-per-dollar compared to previous generations like the GTX 1080 Ti.
  • Large physical footprint (often 2.75 to 3 slots) that can lead to GPU sag and requires a spacious case.
  • High power consumption and heat output, which can noticeably increase ambient room temperature.
  • Occasional software bugs with proprietary tools and RGB lighting configuration.
  • Performance is closely matched by cheaper 'Super' or newer mid-range cards like the RTX 4060.

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m.hexus.net
21/09/2018
Review: EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming

EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming Review Summary The EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming is a massive, high-performance graphics card that scales up Nvidia's Turing architecture blueprint with a heavy-duty cooling solution. Operating on a reference-like PCB with a standard 8 -pin power configuration, this 2.75-slot card comes factory-overclocked to a boost clock speed of...Read more

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legitreviews.com
26/10/2018
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Graphics Card Review

The EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra is a highly capable graphics card that outperforms the Nvidia Founders Edition due to its higher factory boost clock and massive 2.75-slot cooler. A major pro of this design is its thermal efficiency, running 7°C cooler than the Founders Edition while gaming. Additional benefits include premium RGB lighting, a robust 10-phase power design, and...Read more

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overclockers.com
18/10/2018
EVGA RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming Video Card Review HEXUS.net

The EVGA RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming, featured in an Overclockers.com review, boasts a substantial 2.75-slot design for improved cooling and a factory overclock for high performance. It utilizes a massive heatsink with Hydro Dynamic Bearing (HDB) fans to enhance airflow, reduce noise, and ensure a longer lifespan for the card's cooling system. Key strengths of this model include...Read more

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hexus.net
21/09/2018
Review: EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming - Graphics

The EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming is a high-performance graphics card built on NVIDIA's Turing architecture, designed to surpass the NVIDIA Founders Edition (FE) card. EVGA aims for a "bigger-is-better" philosophy by expanding the cooling apparatus into a massive 2.75-slot design featuring a taller heatsink and six heatpipes. This heavy-duty setup allows the card to run at a...Read more

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legitreviews.com
26/10/2018
EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Graphics Card Review

The EVGA GeForce RTX 2080 XC Ultra Gaming graphics card review by Nathan Kirsch details a premium, high-performing GPU built with a custom PCB, 10 power phases, and a 1515 MHz base clock with an 1815 MHz boost clock. A major pro of this card is its massive 2.75-slot iCX2 GPU cooler equipped with Hydro Dynamic Bearing (HDB) fans. This beefy thermal solution allows the card to run 7°C...Read more

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